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Divide 5/2 with 42/28

1^st number: 2 1/2, 2^nd number: 1 14/28

5/2 ÷ 42/28 is 5/3.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 42/28: 28/42
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 5/2 ÷ 42/28 = 5/2 × 28/42
3. = 5 × 28/2 × 42 = 140/84
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 5/3
5. In mixed form: 12/3

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